THE REPUBLICAN

September 26, 1884

 

Frank Van Tassle is building him a nice residence east of Coolidge’s place. The front room will be 12 x 15, with bay window 4-1/2 by 10.  Center of building sitting room and bed room all 16 x 28.  Dining room 16 foot square.  Kitchen 14 x 15.  The building proper will be 2 stories high.  Frank has the frame up and will spend the winter in finishing off the building so as to make a first class home in every respect.

            David Yarns is also laying the foundation for a residence on the opposite side of the street from Mr. Van Tassle’s and will also finish it off this winter.  It will not differ materially from the residence described above, except it will have a mansard roof while Mr. Van Tassle’s will have a gothic roof. It is a good sign when you see hard working mechanics getting themselves good homes.